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  • 5/5 Aprende a D. 5 years ago on Google
    Is a Good place with Good people, is a Hostel but is pretty inside.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Julio z. 2 years ago on Google
    We couldn’t enjoy our stay here. Staff seems very bored. They watch tv or play playstation all day long. Vibe in the hostel is bad, breakfast was terrible. (Dry pancakes and a banana) Rooms are dark and no doors on the toilet. Only two stars for the safe area.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 michal z. 4 years ago on Google
    👍😴
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Grover N. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It was the first time I visited a Hostel, a new and enjoyable experience. The heat transmitted by staying in this place is pleasant, there is a swimming pool, air conditioning, pool table and even bicycles. The plus is that they themselves have tours for the San Blas Islands and bike ride through some places in Panama. Recommended, what is difficult to assimilate is to stay with other people when they make a noise or come back late, preventing them from sleeping well and / or using hygienic services. (Original) Fue la primera vez que visité un Hostel, una experiencia nueva y amena. El calor que trasmite alojarse en este lugar es agradable, hay piscina, aire acondicionado, mesa de billar y hasta bicicletas. El plus es que ellos mismo cuentan con tours para las islas San blas y paseo en bicicletas por algunos lugares de Panamá. Recomendable, lo que si es difícil de asimilar es alojarse con otras personas cuando estos hacen bulla o regresan tarde impidiendo dormir bien y/o hacer uso de los servicios higiénicos.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Carlos Jose Castro F. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Well located, neat. (Original) Bien ubicado, aseado.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 John P. 4 years ago on Google
    Enjoyed my stay & the bike tour.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Michiel C. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Rented bikes with guide and had them done ... fresh and good. (Original) Fietsen gehuurd met gids en was laten doen...fris en goed.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Artur K. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice and clean Hostel with friendly stuff. The tour to San Blas and the Panama Bike Tour are reccomendable!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Carlos C. 4 years ago on Google
    Great atmosphere, the best location!!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Harold reyes p. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very good clean and comfortable hostel (Original) Muy buen hostal limpio y comodo
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Adriana da C. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A lovely city (Original) Una ciudad encantadora
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mariela Yuvinka P. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) nice, good atmosphere. (Original) agradable, buen ambiente.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Adrian C. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good place to get to panama this spuer close to everything (Original) Buen lugar para llegar a panama esta spuer cerca de todo
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Pablo Alexander Idiaquez D. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Puma is the best !! (Original) Puma es el mejor!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ignacio H. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The Hostal Machico left me with my mouth closed, they have an excellent customer service, but the best of the workers is called Felipe. I congratulate him for the treatment he gives to the clients, the place is very clean and it is located in one of the Best places of Panama appointment. It has a beautiful pool I recommend it (Original) El hostal machico me dejo con la boca cerrada , tienen una excelente atención al cliente , pero el mejor de los trabajadores se llama Felipe lo felicito por El trató que le da a los clientes , el lugar es muy limpio y está situado en uno de los mejores lugares de Panamá cita . Tiene una hermosa picina lo recomiendo
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 silvio b. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great clean comfortable strategic location in the center of the panama city waterfront very kind owner to whom you can turn even to make you organize tours at the right costs right prices! (Original) Ottimo pulito accogliente posizione strategica nel centro del lungomare di panama city titolare gentilissimo al quale ti puoi rivolgere anche per farti organizzare tour ai giusti costi preggi giustissimi !
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 JHON JAIRO TORRES J. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good Hostel, clean, has a pool, several types of accommodation, the rate includes breakfast prices from 12usd, located near restaurants of different budgets, some bars, close to a metro station (Original) Buen Hostel, limpio, tiene piscina, varios tipos de acomodación, la tarifa te incluye desayuno precios desde 12usd, ubicado cerca a restaurantes de diferentes presupuestos, algunos bares, cerca a una estación de metro
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 James J. 5 years ago on Google
    Just astonishing
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ignacio H. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Some of the best hostels I've been to, it has an incredible energy, the breakfast is very rich. They have very good attention and the pool is super clean. Excellent I recommend it (Original) Unos de los mejores hostales que he ido , tiene una energia increible , el desayuno es muy rico. Tienen muy buena atencion y la picina super limpia . Exelente lo recomiendo
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jorge César D. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The best place in all of Panama. He who understands the concept of this place, I assure you will have a wonderful time. For something are the most recommended throughout the city of Panama. The location is excellent and the quality and friendliness, wonderful. (Original) El mejor lugar de todo Panamá. El que entiende el concepto de éste lugar, le aseguro pasará un tiempo maravilloso. Por algo son los más recomendados de toda la ciudad de Panamá. La ubicación es excelente y la calidad y cordialidad, una maravilla.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Bradley D. 2 years ago on Google
    We stayed here for 3 nights. The hostel offers free pancakes in the morning and it has a nice pool. However, it is ran by one guy and things did tend to go missing, like our friends towels. The vibe here is a-bit strange, and the staff are not very cheerful.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michele C. 5 years ago on Google
    Super Cool! Good location in between the skyscrapers with many restaurants around the area. Maybe a little bar with some fast dish is missing. Great experience, staff really kind, good beds/rooms, nice pool and good idea with the TV in the common area. I booked through the hostel a trip into the canal's lake that really amazed me.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Josephin I. 6 years ago on Google
    A fun, relaxed and welcoming hostel! Made so many new friends here. Was assisted in booking trips to San Blas & given helpful advice on all types of travel arrangements. Pancake breakfast every morning. Bathrooms are big & very clean. Highly recommend!!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kristina O. 6 years ago on Google
    Awesome and welcoming Hostel! You can’t visit Panama City without staying at El Machico Hostel. Roger is one of the nicest and craziest guys i’ve met. He is doing everything he can to help you have a wonderful stay ! The Hostel is beautiful with very clean rooms and a good breakfast. You have lots of restaurants and supermarket on the way so the Hostel has a perfect Location. It’s definitely worth the stay!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Diogo S. 11 months ago on Google • 294 reviews
    Decent hostel in a good central area of the city. Rooms are pretty bad but all the rest is decent and good. Rooms are too cramped, too many beds, no curtains, and beds arent really comfortable. I guess it's what you get for the price. AC was cramping all night on very low temperature which seems to be something common here, ended up almost getting a cold.

  • 4/5 Joseph T. 1 year ago on Google
    It’s a good hostel to hang out and exchange information with travelers. it’s clean and there’s free pancakes and coffee in the morning air conditioning at night in the pool. The staff is friendly except for Alex the main guy is a grouch and there’s no information about all the stores and restaurants nearby.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Leila A. 5 years ago on Google
    Will gladly stay there again. Just about everything, location, vibe. For the price range I was looking and what I got was very reasonable. The hostel was quite, comfortable and peaceful and the staff was helpful when we needed them. Lovely!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joseph S. 5 years ago on Google
    Started 3weeks of vacation here. Everyone was super helpful in getting me to the sights in panama city, and then getting to other places. Awesome pool, great backpackers vibe, $1 beers. Ask not to be put in the dorm where you have to enter from the outside, you don't want to get stuck in the rain 🌧️😒. And don't skip on taking a tour to San Blas. Everyone there will be talking about it, do it!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jakrapong P. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice hostel with breakfast and pool. Good relax atmosphere with lots of friendly people.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Erik G. 2 years ago on Google • 12 reviews
    Great hostel! Alex does a fantastic job, super nice guy and very accommodating. It’s in a good location, close to everything yet quiet at night. The pool and outdoor area is fun. It definitely attracts very genuine and outgoing people, made a bunch of friends in the few days I was there! Highly recommended!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Oscar Z. 5 years ago on Google
    Great hostel, recommend staying here if you’re in Panama City; the staff does a really good job at keeping the place clean. If you are booking a tour through the islands you should do it through the hostel.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Pavlína P. 5 years ago on Google
    This is the best hostel in Panama city. It is guaranteed you will meet great people here. For having so many guests, the hostel is incredibly clean. The staff is super friendly. You will definitely appreciate the pool and the billiard table. The price is great for what you get, breakfast is included - pancakes,bananas,coffee,limonade. The location is pretty convenient with stores and restaurants in walking distance. It is a more chilled alternative to party hostels in Casco Viejo. You can still reach Casco's nightlife with a 3 dollar Uber ride.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Walter M. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) One of the most popular hostels near the coastal strip (Original) Uno de los más populares hostales cerca de la cinta costera
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Persefone D. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Clean, organized, human staff and good price. There is NOTHING ... I could say I need. Long years of fortune await them, as they have everything necessary for a business to function. I greatly appreciate the staff, especially Alex, from whom I took a friend (you are so great because of your big heart) and Roger for his attention, recommendations and kindness. Congratulations Machico team !! You are exceptional. Do not ever change. Greetings from Spain. And thanks for everything !!! (Original) Limpio, organizado, staff humano y buen Precio. No hay NADA...Que pudiera decir que necesite. Les esperan largos años de fortuna, pues tienen todo lo imprescindible para que un negocio funcione. Agradezco enormemente al staff , especialmente a Alex del que me llevo a un amigo ( eres tan grande por tu gran corazón) y a Roger por su atención, recomendaciones y amabilidad. Enhorabuena equipo Machico!! Sois excepcionales. No cambies nunca. Saludos desde España. Y gracias por todo!!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Petter B. 5 years ago on Google
    Very clean, organized and a very nice staff. If you have jetlag and spend a night out in front have a talk with the night guard. The wifi and water was strong and plentiful. The wibe is chill and the guests pick up on this and there is not a lot of late night partying. I spent 2 times 5 days with some weeks between and both times was good. They also arrange biketours trough the old town and the famous trip to San Blas islands. I met no one who did not like the islands so if you have time. Put it on your lists.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Cliente i. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) For Years The Best Hostel In Panama City Location, Price, Facilities; Undoubtedly The Best Place To Be Some Days In The City (Original) Por Años El Mejor Hostal En Panamá City Ubicación, Precio, Instalaciones; Sin Duda El Mejor Lugar Para Estar Algunos Días En La ciudad
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Angela L. 11 months ago on Google • 191 reviews
    The best hostel in Panama city. Its located in a central area close to many points of interest and accessible by taxi. The reception is great and helpful with information and also the check in was seamless. The hostel is a great place to meet other travelers and you can prepare your own meals. I loved my time there and would definitely recommend for other travelers.

  • 5/5 Emily K. 6 months ago on Google • 39 reviews
    Close to the financial district - I ended up moving to Casco Viejo but overall El Machico was amazing for the price. The pool is great, the staff is great, and it's very secure! I would absolutely stay again

  • 5/5 john s. 6 months ago on Google • 23 reviews
    The rooms were dorms and a lot in room but the air con was good and the staff amongst the most helpful anywhere in central America.Lots of food places/good bars nearby.

  • 5/5 Tomás B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Price / optimal quality. Well located, comfortable rooms, clean and large bathrooms. It has a sink, cool music and cheap beer. (Original) Precio/calidad óptimo. Bien localizado, habitaciones cómodas, baños limpios y grandes. Tiene pileta, música cool y cerveza barata.

  • 4/5 yosef k. 4 years ago on Google
    a nice and clean hostel, nice environment and breakfast included. Not a great location, Probably transportation in Uber or very cheap So it's not that bad.

  • 5/5 Panama wild adventures Eco wild v. 7 months ago on Google • 12 reviews
    Great place! Great price! There's a mini market almost next door. Contact us if you'd like to tours in Panama. Our direct number is +507-6745-6964 100% American English

  • 4/5 James K. 4 years ago on Google
    Pretty cool hostel, great wifi and hot water. Very cool pool. Nice free breakfast.

  • 1/5 Gustavo D. 5 years ago on Google
    NOT GO Here. They refused me in a very unpolite way making me sleep outside in the street cause I arrived at 3 am while telling them before in a text. Now saying that the review is fake, they just are treating me as a liar, that I am not. I was a customer and I was dissatisfied with the service. I really wish people choose another of the many more beautiful hostels Panama can offer. This review is real. No matter what says the fast forgetting owner. They cannot even accept critics. I slept in the streets of Panama like a homeless because of them. Shame.

  • 5/5 tobias s. 1 year ago on Google
    Private room is really cute and has A/C, the staff is super helpful. I recommend booking a trip to San Blas here with the hostel, best bang for buck and the Island you'll go to (Isla Ina) is perfect

  • 5/5 Endlessly 1 year ago on Google
    Good and cozy hostel. The guy who sat behind the reception was really kind and helpful, he helped my boyfriend and I find a good hospital for my sick boyfriend. I would recommend staying here.

  • 5/5 Riccardo T. 1 year ago on Google
    This hostel it's a surprise! Conveniently located at a short distance from the "Costera" it is a quiet, confortable place where to stay for a few days while in Panamá City. At El Machico have dorms and private rooms; the dorm where I was staying is large with both aircon and fan, and has two toilets. Common area includes a entrance with a free pull table, a lobby, a great kitchen and a patio with cool swimming pool. I meet people from all over the world there. The hostal is always super clean and the price is affordable for most travelers. Highly recommend 👍🏽👍🏽 -R!ccardo+

  • 4/5 Luke K. 4 years ago on Google
    The rooms and nice and food from AC which is great. The location is just a little far from a lot of things. You really need to use a lot of Uber’s and taxis. I ended up loving to Casco Veijo to be closer to food, nightlife and tourist attractions

  • 5/5 Jessy A. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing!!! Great location, clean, comfortable, and great vibe. The excursions were so easy to set up through the hostel. The bike tour was so much fun and the San Blas Islands were unbelievable It’s a must see. The staff was very helpful and informed. A special shout-out to Felipe for taking care of us. We will definitely go back!!

  • 5/5 Christoph R. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice hostel with warm showers and pool. Good location

  • 5/5 Ryker B. 3 years ago on Google
    This hostel is unreal to say the least! The vibe and guys that work there are awesome, always up for a laugh and beer/game of pool. Its one of the cleanest hostels I've ever been in and they work super hard to keep it nice. Plus its got a pool.. Ill definitely be back, cheers guys🤘

  • 5/5 Roger C. 2 years ago on Google
    Loved my stayed in here, the staff was so welcoming and nice, I got to go out with them to some places and they made me feel like at home, if I come back to Panama, I'm definitely coming back here

  • 5/5 Chad O. 4 years ago on Google
    Clean, staff was very helpful with planning tours and giving advice on what you should do in panama!

  • 5/5 Good F. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice, clean and popular El Machico Hostel. The atmosphere is friendly and sociable. I recommend a visit if you are in Panama, the level of service. The workers are friendly and will always help and tell you where and what is located. There is a free connection 📶 to 🌐 WiFi Internet 📶 ... There is a swimming pool 🏊 and not a big gym ⚽🎾🏋 ... My wife and I really liked it, don’t pass by, the prices are reasonable ... (Original) Хороший, чистый и популярный El Machico Hostel. Атмосфера дружелюбная и общительная. Рекомендую посетить если будите в Панаме, обслуживание на уровне. Работники приветливые и всегда помогут и подскажут Вам где и что находится. Есть Бесплатное подключение 📶 к 🌐 интернету WiFi 📶... Есть бассейн 🏊и не большой спорт зал ⚽🎾🏋... Нам с женой очень понравилось, не проходите мимо, цены приемлимые...

  • 2/5 Manememo 2 years ago on Google
    It’s a very simple hostel where you can meet cool people who are also travelling around. However, I didn’t feel very comfortable in my „privat room“ (the shower and toilet in my room didn’t have a door only curtains that semi-close). They have a big pool which is very nice. However, the staff seems to be semi-interested on what they are doing (only watching TV) but they still manage to help one another.

  • 5/5 Coral Servicios T. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Central (Original) Centrico

  • 5/5 Justin B. 4 years ago on Google
    Simply amazing. The staff is friendly and they all speak out standing English. I high recommend this place because of the cleanliness, location, price, accomodations, guests, and everything else!! Seriously, you're not making a mistake if u stay here.

  • 5/5 Caroline B. 4 years ago on Google
    Really helpful staff. After I checked in I chatted with the man at reception and he helped me book a trip to San Blas Islands and change my nights at the hostel. They also helped me to work out how to get to David. The hostel is really clean. I would definitely stay here again.

  • 4/5 James B. 3 years ago on Google
    Very good and comfortable hostel! The staff is very polite and helpful. Very close for you to move around the city.

  • 5/5 Jen M. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place to rest, relax, chill and just be present. It has a nice pool! Everything is super clean and they are constantly cleaning the place. It has a kitchen for you to cook, showers bathrooms and rooms. You can also just stay and leave your baggage in case you don't want to sleep, but only make a pit stop. Music is nice and not loud. Great for relaxing. I just slept right by the pool. Goodness!

  • 5/5 Chris H. 2 years ago on Google
    Lovely pool and great staff.

  • 5/5 T S. 2 years ago on Google
    Best hostel in Panama City. Great location, nice swimming pool, great people and vibes. Everything to make you feel like at home.

  • 5/5 Cinthia S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good coexistence. Everything clean. (Original) Buena convivencia. Todo clean.

  • 5/5 Ger R. 4 years ago on Google
    Spotless. Clean. Very helpful staff. Central location. No mistake staying here. 5 outa 5

  • 2/5 Hugo H. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) We booked our San Blas trip here and were really badly advised, as we found out afterwards. The gentleman was annoyed from the beginning with fundamental questions and could not really explain the differences between the different islands and tours and referred us instead to the website, which also leaves a lot open. The question of whether we could still book excursions to other islands was answered with no problem. On site, the locals then wanted $ 400 (!) To go to an additional destination by boat (10-15 min drive). We found that too expensive, of course. If we had been better advised, we would of course have booked a tour with more islands. Our recommendation: better book with a reputable provider who takes the time for advice - it pays off. (Original) Wir haben unseren San Blas Trip hier gebucht und wurden wirklich schlecht beraten, wie wir im Nachhinein feststellen mussten. Der Herr war bereits von Beginn von grundlegenden Fragen genervt und konnte uns auch nicht wirklich die Unterschiede zwischen den verschiedenen Inseln und Touren erklären und verwies uns stattdessen auf die Website, welche aber ebenfalls noch vieles offen lässt. Die Frage, ob wir vor Ort noch Ausflüge auf andere Inseln buchen könnten, wurde mit kein Problem beantwortet. Vor Ort wollten die Einheimischen aber dann 400$ (!) um ein zusätzliches Ziel mit dem Boot anzulaufen (10-15 min Fahrt). Das fanden wir dann natürlich viel zu teuer. Wären wir besser beraten worden, hätten wir natürlich direkt eine Tour mit mehr Inseln gebucht. Unsere Empfehlung: besser mit einem seriöseren Anbieter buchen, der sich die Zeit für eine Beratung nimmt - zahlt sich aus.

  • 5/5 Lauren P. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely staff

  • 5/5 Jobaris T. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It has a good location. You can easily reach the subway bus. The atmosphere is great, the facilities are clean and the breakfast is worth it. Recommended. (Original) Tiene una buena ubicación. Puedes llegar fácilmente en el metro bus. El ambiente es genial, las instalaciones son limpias y el desayuno vale la pena. Recomendado.

  • 5/5 Angel B. 4 years ago on Google
    The best! Comfortable, spacious, calm. Gave great recommendations for restaurants, city adventures and activities! Tour to San Blas is amazing! Highly recommend.


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